What makes apple cider taste better?

Caramel. Caramel and apple is an iconic combination. Next time you heat up your favorite apple cider recipe to enjoy next to the fire, stir in some caramel sauce, a sprinkle of cinnamon and top with whipped cream. Trust us, this one is too tasty to pass up.

What alcohol is good in apple cider?

Many alcohols mix well with apple cider. Dark liquors like bourbon (my pick) or dark rum are traditional, but they are by no means the only option. Vodka pairs well with apple cider and is a good light option. You can even let guests each pick their own.

What gives apple cider its flavor?

While cinnamon, allspice, and anise are often the star spices in apple cider concentrate, many others deserve mention, such as the following: Cloves. Peppercorns. Cardamom.

Why is my apple cider so fizzy?

After several weeks, depending on storage conditions, cider develops a slight fizz that is the result of natural fermentation . According to cider makers, many older folks like fizzy cider while younger consumers do not. Regardless, it's safe to drink, but may contain traces of alcohol.

What is the gunk in apple cider?

We call it “The Mother”, it is the cloudy substance at . the bottom that contains enzymes and acetic acid . known to: 🍎 Produce healthy bacteria and prebiotics.

How do you make apple cider water taste better?

Mixing a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with a cup of water, a squeeze of lemon juice and a teaspoon of honey creates a tasty, sweet drink. You could even add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavour or add more honey to make it sweeter!

How do you increase the flavor of cider?

Using fruit other than apples in hard cider is common and adds great additional flavor. Some of the more common fruit selections are pear, cherry, peach and pineapple.

How do you make hard apple cider taste better?

Flavor tip one: Add 1/4 of a 12oz can of frozen apple juice concentrate . I add the frozen apple juice concentrate when I am using the grocery store apple cider, in an effort to make it more like the fresh stuff.

How do you reduce the bitterness in apple cider?

There are a few reasons your cider may be bitter: You didn't use enough sweetener. To fix this, taste a spoonful of cider, and if it isn't sweet enough, simply stir in more of your prefered sweetener .

Crockpot Apple Cider (Caramel Apple Cider) Recipe

By: Becky HardinPosted: 10/23/15Updated: 5/11/23

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Crockpot Apple Cider is the easiest way to make delicious apple cider from scratch! This Caramel Apple Cider is the BEST drink recipe for fall. Make it a co*cktail or mocktail, both are DELISH. I crave this comforting sip all year round!

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Crockpot Apple Cider Recipe

Crockpot Apple Cider makes it easy to create this tasty fall drink from scratch. I love the added flavor of this Caramel Apple Cider recipe, and it’s a skinny version!

I know it’s almost November, but things didn’t officially feel like Fall until I had my first sip of this Caramel Apple Cider. Skinny Crockpot Apple Cider to be precise. There is so much to love about this fall drink recipe and I’m so excited to share it with you!

Making apple cider from scratch is such a fun and festive way to celebrate fall. And making crockpot apple cider is the easiest way to do that! Just put your ingredients in a slow cooker and let it simmer. It’s easy to make, and it keeps the cider nice and warm throughout any autumn parties you might have.

This caramel apple cider is also a “skinny” recipe that has less sugar without losing the flavor, so you don’t have to feel guilty about indulging in this delicious beverage. You can make this recipe with alcohol or without alcohol, so it’s truly something everyone will love! Add the vodka for parties, or leave it out for family gatherings.

The leaves are changing, the weather is crisp, and our house is filled with the amazing smells of Autumn coming straight from my crockpot. I love this slow cooker apple cider and I know you will too!

Make Crockpot Apple Cider from scratch to celebrate the fall season. This skinny Caramel Apple Cider recipe will put a smile on everyone’s face!

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Slow Cooker Apple Cider for Fall

This learning to cook journey has taken me all kinds of places. So many things that I assumed took tons of time or effort have turned out to be SO EASY, and this Crockpot Apple Cider takes the cake for easy. You can make it in a SLOW COOKER and you literally cannot mess it up. It’s heaven I tell you!

I decided to make a Caramel Apple Cider because, well…caramel and apple are a match made in heaven. I love apple everything, but it doesn’t really say AUTUMN IS HERE until you throw in that sweet caramel flavor. And since we’re using a sugar-free caramel sauce, we don’t have to add any sugar or calories to get that added flavor. Win win!

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How to Make Crockpot Apple Cider – Step by Step

Making apple cider in a slow cooker has really changed the game for me. Now that I know how easy it is to make apple cider from scratch, I’m going to be making this Caramel Apple Cider for me and my family every fall!

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Cut the apples and orange into quarters (no need to peel them)
Place apples, oranges, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and cloves into the crockpot, and fill it up with water.
Cover the slow cooker and let it cook on low for 8 hours OR or on high for 4 hours.
When it’s done cooking, use a potato masher to mash up the softened fruit (do this while the cider is still in the slow cooker). Then pour the cider through a strainer.
Run it through a fine-mesh strainer for a second time, and then put the caramel apple cider back in the crockpot.
Stir in the sweeteners (stevia, agave nectar) and the caramel sauce. (If you want to add alcohol, add it in during this step).

Your crockpot apple cider is ready! Keep it in the slow cooker on low to keep it warm while serving. Garnish is with apple slices and cinnamon sticks, and create a caramel rim for your glass for some extra fun! If you have any leftovers, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

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I hope you’re enjoying this cooler weather as much as I am. A cup of this Caramel Apple Cider is just the thing you need for this time of year. Crockpot Apple Cider is so much easier than you think, so make a batch of it ASAP. You can do it!

If you like this caramel apple cider recipe, you’ll love these fall drink recipes too:

Sparkling Apple Pie on the Rocks
Apple Cider Mimosa
Caramel Apple Sangria
Apple Butter Old Fashioned co*cktail
Caramel Apple Hot Toddy co*cktail
Homemade Apple Pie Vodka
Apple Pie Moscow Mule
Hot Cranberry Apple Spiced Cider

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Recipe

Crockpot Apple Cider Recipe

4.50 from 12 votes

Author: Becky Hardin

Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Cook: 8 hours hours

Total: 8 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

▢ 10 apples
▢ 1 orange quartered
▢ 4 cinnamon sticks
▢ 1 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
▢ 2 teaspoons whole cloves
▢ 14 cups water
▢ 1/3 cup sugar
▢ 1/4 cup agave nectar
▢ 1/4 cup caramel sauce
▢ 1/2 cup caramel vodka optional
▢ cinnamon sticks, apple slices, and orange slices for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Add sliced apples and oranges to large slow cooker. Don’t worry about peeling them, you will strain later. Add cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and cloves to the slow cooker. Fill the slow cooker with water almost all the way to the top. For me it was about 14 cups, but you can use more or less.
10 apples, 1 orange, 4 cinnamon sticks, 1 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 2 teaspoons whole cloves, 14 cups water
Cover slow cooker and cook on low 8 hours or high 4 hours.
After the cooking time, take a potato masher and mash the fruit fully in the slow cooker. Go slowly so you do not spill the water over the sides.
Pour cider through a strainer to remove any of the large fruit chunks and spices.
Follow by straining again through a fine-mesh strainer to make even more refined. Press the mixture through the mesh to get all the juice out that’s possible. Return the remaining cider to the slow cooker.
Stir in sugar, agave nectar, and caramel sauce. Stir in alcohol if desired.
1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 cup agave nectar, 1/4 cup caramel sauce, 1/2 cup caramel vodka
Keep on low while serving, or refrigerate for up to 4-5 days in an airtight container.
Serve hot, garnished with apple slices, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks. I dipped the rim of the glass in caramel sauce for some extra fun. Enjoy
cinnamon sticks, apple slices, and orange slices for garnish (optional)

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 123kcal (6%) Carbohydrates: 26g (9%) Sodium: 33mg (1%) Potassium: 191mg (5%) Fiber: 4g (17%) Sugar: 16g (18%) Vitamin A: 110IU (2%) Vitamin C: 12.8mg (16%) Calcium: 37mg (4%) Iron: 0.3mg (2%)